Sailing Boat Rig Care

by Simon Jollands | Boat Maintenance, Preparation, Yacht ownership

The rig of a sailing boat is put under huge stresses and strains so it is important for inspections of a yacht’s spars and rigging to be carried out at regular intervals. All the elements of a sailing rig – the mast, spreaders, boom, kicker, stays and the...

Seized fixings and fastenings

by Simon Jollands | Boat Maintenance, Preparation, Yacht ownership

Maintaining a boat can be a rewarding experience but at times it can also be frustrating. A prime example of this is when you come across a seized fixing or fastening that refuses to budge. Before you damage a screw head or bolt slot of a fixing that refuses to move,...

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🌊 Understanding tides is an important part of passage planning. It is vital to check tides before going afloat. Check out our articles about understanding tides and how to use tides to your advantage here:

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🗺️ Nautical Chart Symbols - your complete quick reference app to the symbols used on Electronic (ECDIS) Nautical Charts, as specified by the International Hydrographic Organization.

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Sailing singlehanded for the first time saw Chris Ayres realise a childhood dream to cruise from Britain new Zealand via Panama, in a 28ft yacht

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💡 How well do you know your Nav Lights? This reference App has all the nav lights and shapes at your finger tips! 💡

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